About Membership

Sign up for membership of the Royal African Society (RAS) today to join a growing network of individuals committed to Africa's advancement in the 21st century.

Who can become a member of the Royal African Society?

Anyone. Our members are drawn from all walks of life and include Africans in Africa, Africans in the diaspora, as well as people from a wide range of professional backgrounds, artists, writers and activists, politicians and business people. You can join the RAS whether you’re a student or someone with a professional, academic or personal interest in Africa. We run a diverse range of events and programmes, so you’ll find something . We offer both individual and corporate membership.

What are the benefits of being a RAS member?

As a RAS member, you would enjoy access to a wide range of wonderful benefits, saving you hundreds of pounds per year! See below for some of the key benefits of membership:

Discount on selected books with publishers James Currey and Boydell & Brewer

Discount on subscription to other journals/publications, including Africa Confidential (50% off 1st year) and The Africa Report (30% off 1st year)

Plus other attractive benefits brokered through our partnerships!

What am I signing up for as an RAS member?

Becoming a member of the RAS means you will contribute to keeping Africa high on the UK's social, political and cultural agenda. You would also be signing up to be part of the most dynamic, influential and [yes] fun organisations promoting Africa in the UK. What are you waiting for? Join today!

About the Royal African Society

The Royal African Society is Britain's prime Africa organisation. Now more than 100 years old, its in-depth, long-term knowledge of the continent and its peoples makes the Society the first stop for anyone wishing to know more.

We foster a better understanding of Africa in the UK and throughout the world - its history, politics, culture, problems and potential.

We disseminate knowledge and insight to make a positive difference to Africa's development. We celebrate the diversity and depth of African culture.